Overview
The Mazda B-series is a small-sized, iron-block, inline four-cylinder engine with belt-driven SOHC and DOHC valvetrain ranging in displacement from 1. 1 to 1. 8 litres. It was used in a wide variety of applications, from front-wheel drive economy vehicles to the turbocharged full-time 4WD 323 GTX and rear-wheel drive Miata.
The B-series is a "non-interference" design, meaning that breakage of its timing belt does not result in damage to valves or pistons, because the opening of the valves, the depth of the combustion chamber and the shaping of the piston crown allow sufficient clearance for the open valves in any possible piston position....
engine brand: mazda
production years: 1993-2009
engine lifespan: ~300 000
features: DOHC, VICS
power: 105 – 115
torque: 135 – 145
fuel system: injector
fuel type: petrol
euro standards: EURO 2/3
timing drive: belt
hydraulic lifters: yes
phase regulator: no
recommended engine oil: 5W-30
engine oil capacity: 3.2
displacement: 1597
compression ratio: 9.0 – 9.2
turbocharging: no
weight: 140.5
cylinder bore: 78
piston stroke: 83.6
cylinder block: cast iron R4
block head: aluminum 16v